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30 July 2014

WINNER PICTURES PRESENTS “90 AND GOING STRONG” AN OFF-
BROADWAY MUSICAL FEATURING IRVING FIELDS, FYVUSH FINKEL, AND
SOL YAGED
Winner Pictures is presenting the most unique and entertaining show in town
called “90 And Going Strong” at Baruch College August 11th, 2014.
“90 AND GOING STRONG” features 3 performers over the age of 90: the world
famous pianist and composer Irving Fields, (age 99), Master Clarinetist Sol
Yaged (age 92) and his 5 piece band, and the comedic/acting sensation Fyvush
Finkel(91).
This type of show has never been done before, with three Top-Listed Talents all
over the age of 90.
Irving Fields is the oldest working musician in the United States. He performs
some of his greatest hits of the 1940's, 50's, and 60’s such as "Miami Beach
Rumba," "Managua, Nicaragua," and "Chantez, Chantez."
Fyvush Finkel is a Broadway legend and famed Hollywood actor who at the age
of 92 is still as talented as ever.
Sol Yaged is one of the greatest clarinetists of the last 50 years.
On June 18th, “90 AND GOING STRONG” showed for the first time in front of
audiences and had a phenomenal response.
On August 11th we will also be celebrating Irving Field’s 99th Birthday. This show
is truly one of the most important shows of the year and is guaranteed to inspire
and entertain all of its patrons.
Tickets are available by calling (212) 352-3102 or at
https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/937561. For more information about “90 AND
GOING STRONG” please visit http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/bpac/###

Klezmer Podcast 116- Isle Of Klezbos. This Podcast episode features Eve Sicular of theIsle Of Klezbos, based in New York City. Their latest album is Live From Brooklyn, and features a wide range of Klezmer styles, from traditional to jazz and reggae. The band has a lot of exciting news to share about current and upcoming projects and gigs. Hear Eve give all the inside scoop, plus hear about the in-depth research that was done to get the album ready.
Run time: 32:48.